May. 2 2008 2:54 pm
Plenty of activities and brunches are taking place to celebrate Mother's Day:
MAY 4
Sidewalk Sale and Fundraiser: Maggie's Place 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The Mother's Day card sale benefits Maggie's Place, a house of hospitality for expectant women who wish to achieve their goals in a dignified atmosphere. Changing Hands Bookstore, 6428 S. McClintock Drive, Tempe. FREE. 480-730-0205. www.maggiesplace.com.
MAY 6
Mother's Day Gift Craft 4:30 p.m. Ages 5-9 make a gift for their mom. Registration required. Southeast Regional Library, 775 N. Greenfield Road, Gilbert. FREE. 602-652-3000. www.mcldaz.org.
MAY 10-11
Mother's Day Event 1-3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Moms and kids play in the wave pool. Includes a booth with raffle prizes by Mommy Perks, and parenting expert Sally Goldberg will be on hand to answer questions. Kiwanis Park Recreation Center, 6111 S. All-America Way, Tempe. $3-$6 for kids; FREE for moms. 480-350-5201. www.tempe.gov/kiwanis.
MAY 10
Mother's Day with Leroy Anderson 2:30 p.m. Celebrate Mother's Day with the classical composer. Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main St., Mesa. 480-644-6500. www.mesasymphony.org.
Mother's Day Breakfast 8 a.m.-noon Serves favorites such as soup, salad, pasta and baked goods, as well as zucchini egg frittata, Belgian waffles, French toast, potatoes O'Brien, fruit and yogurt and gravy with biscuits. Sweet Tomatoes, 4723 E. Ray Road, Phoenix. $8.29; $4.69 for ages 6-12; $1.69 for ages 3-5. 480-705-8774.
MAY 11
Mother's Day Breakfast 8 a.m.-noon Serves favorites such as soup, salad, pasta and baked goods, as well as zucchini egg frittata, Belgian waffles, French toast, potatoes O'Brien, fruit and yogurt and gravy with biscuits. Sweet Tomatoes, 4928 S. Power Road, Gilbert. $8.29; $4.69 for ages 6-12; $1.69 for ages 3-5. 480-333-0022.
Mother's Day Breakfast 8 a.m.-noon Serves favorites such as soup, salad, pasta and baked goods, as well as zucchini egg frittata, Belgian waffles, French toast, potatoes O'Brien, fruit and yogurt and gravy with biscuits. Sweet Tomatoes, 1410 E. Southern Ave., Tempe. $8.29; $4.69 for ages 6-12; $1.69 for ages 3-5. 480-831-1600.
Mother's Day Brunch 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Features a made-to-order omelet station, carving station with entrees such as oven-roasted turkey breast and homemade desserts. Moms receive complimentary Caribbean mimosas. Havana Cafe, 4232 E. Chandler Blvd., Phoenix. $29.95; $14.95 for age 10 and younger. 480-704-2600.
Mother's Day Brunch 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Brunch features a carving station with beef and ham, made-to-order omelets and a chocolate fountain. Includes complimentary champagne. Rustler's Rooste, 8383 S. 48th St., Phoenix. $32.95; $12.95 for age 12 and younger; FREE for kids in high chairs. 602-431-6474.
Mother's Day Brunch 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Serves items such as eggs, fresh fruits and vegetables, waffles, bacon, sausage and pies. Includes entry into the peach festival. Reservations required. Fresh From the Farm, Schnepf Farms 24810 S. Rittenhouse Road, Queen Creek. $24.95. 480-987-3100.
Mother's Day Brunch 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Brunch includes items such as fajitas and omelets, and entertainment by a mariachi band. Add margaritas or champagne for $3.99. Garduño's Margarita Factory, 3155 W. Chandler Blvd., Chandler. $24.99; $9.99 for ages 3-12. 480-857-8700.
Mother's Day Brunch 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Buffet features a carving station with ham, prime rib and rib loin; seafood station; salad station; and entrees such as grilled chicken and baked halibut. The dessert station offers a variety of cake options. Reservations required. Top of the Rock, The Buttes 2000 Westcourt Way, Tempe. $65; $23.50 for ages 5-12; FREE for age 4 and younger. 602-225-9000.
Mother's Day Brunch 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Located in the Kachina Ballroom, the brunch includes breakfast items, a carving station, seafood and entrees. A kids' menu with items such as chicken fingers, Tater Tots and cookies also is offered. Features live music. Reservations recommended. The Buttes, a Marriott Resort, 2000 Westcourt Way, Tempe. $46; $19 for ages 5-12; FREE for age 4 and younger. 602-225-9000. marriott.com/property/propertypage/PHXTM.
Mother's Day Brunch 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Brunch options include waffles, omelets, prime rib, honey-glazed ham, seafood, cheeses and a variety of entrees. Choose from flan, mousse and cakes for dessert. Reservations recommended. Market Cafe, The Buttes 2000 Westcourt Way, Tempe. $46; $19 for ages 5-12; FREE for age 4 and younger. 602-225-9000.
Mother's Day Brunch 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Brunch features items such as sauteed halibut, omelets, ricotta pancakes and a carving station with grilled lamb chops and beef tenderloin. Includes complimentary mimosas and magnolias. Reservations recommended. Citrus Cafe, 2330 N. Alma School Road, Chandler. $29 per person. 480-899-0502.
Mother's Day Brunch 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Buffet includes items such as prime rib, chilled-jumbo shrimp, omelets and a variety of desserts. Reservations required. Brunch is also available in the resort's Grand Ballroom. AJ's Restaurant, Crowne Plaza San Marcos Resort 1 San Marcos Place, Chandler. $29.95; $14.95 for children. 480-812-0900.
Mother's Day Brunch 10 a.m. Champagne brunch includes omelets, breakfast items, lunch entrees and desserts. Also features a carving station. Guests receive a complimentary family photo. Second seating begins at 12:30 p.m. Reservations required. The Trophy Room, ASU Karsten Golf Course 1125 E. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe. $39.95; $15.95 for ages 6-12. 480-921-8073.
Mother's Day Brunch 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Brunch consists of salads, seafood, fruit, cheeses, and chilled sausages. Also features an iced-raw bar, carving station, omelet station and desserts. Choose from indoor or outdoor seating. Reservations required. Ko'sin, 5594 W. Wildhorse Pass Blvd., Gila River Reservation. $70; $63 seniors; $35 children 5-12. 602-225-0100.
Mother's Day Brunch 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Find carving, pasta, dessert and seafood stations. Entree selections include baked Alaskan halibut, scrambled eggs with smoke ham and assorted breakfast breads. Hosted in the Adobe Room. Rawhide at Wild Horse Pass, 5700 W. North Loop Road, Gila River Reservation. $31.95; $15.95 for children. 480-502-5600. www.rawhide.com.
Mother's Day Brunch 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Three-course brunch with a choice of entrees. Hawaiian-style corned beef, cabbage and onions; seared tiger shrimp; and char-grilled filet mignon with eggs are among the entree options. A kids' menu is available. Roy's Chandler, 7151 W. Ray Road, Chandler. $30-49; $12 for children. 480-705-7697.
Mother's Day Brunch 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Selections include sweet-purple potato salad, Alaskan snow-crab claws, imported cheeses, herb- and garlic-roasted, rib-eye steak, waffles with vanilla-bean syrup, omelets and a variety of desserts. Brunch includes sparkling wine, coffee or another beverage. Latitude 30°, Arizona Grand Resort 8000 S. Arizona Grand Parkway, Phoenix. $58 with Domaine Chandon; $52 without Domaine Chandon; $26 for ages 6-13; $8 for age 5 and younger. 602-431-6472.
Mother's Day Brunch 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Brunch selections include fruit, cereals, omelets, crepes, pastries, bacon and cheesecakes. Phantom Horse Grill, Arizona Grand Resort 8000 S. Arizona Grand Parkway, Phoenix. $29.95; $14.95 for children. 602-431-6472.
Mother's Day Brunch 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Enjoy a brunch with Mexican fare, featuring huevos ranchero, cinnamon brioche French toast, Mexican eggs Benedict, carne asada with eggs and mole, and passion fruit mimosa. Maria Maria, Tempe Marketplace 2000 E. Rio Salado Parkway, Tempe. A la carte pricing. 480-449-3663.
Mother's Day Brunch 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Offerings include scrambled eggs, breakfast casserole, biscuits with gravy, bacon, ham, sausage, breakfast potatoes, fresh-baked muffins, pastries and bagels. Reservations requested. Shalimar Country Club, 2032 E. Golf Ave., Tempe. $14.95; $6.95 for ages 5-10. 480-831-1244. www.shalimarcountryclub.com.
Mother's Day Brunch 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Dine on items such as cinnamon French toast, breakfast burritos, chicken pesto sandwiches and 10-ounce prime rib. A kids' menu is available all day. Reservations required. 98 South Wine Bar & Kitchen, 98 S. San Marcos Place, Chandler. A la carte pricing. 480-814-9800.
Mother's Day Brunch 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Buffet features an omelet station, prime rib, shrimp, Belgian waffles, penne primavera, chicken enchiladas, country potatoes and hickory-smoked bacon. The full menu is also available. Four Peaks Brewing Co., 1340 E. Eighth St., Tempe. $28 for the buffet; $12 for kids; regular menu prices vary. 480-303-9967.
Mother's Day Brunch 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Choose from entrees including filet mignon Benedict, crab cake Benedict, bone-in ham steak and roasted turkey crepes. Also includes a starter and dessert. The regular menu also is available. Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, 905 N. 54th St., Chandler. $30.95. 480-940-1900.
Mother's Day Brunch 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Enjoy entertainment by Jimmy McElroy and Stan Devereaux while dining on breakfast items, fruit, salads, Cajun-fried turkey, Merlot-braised pot roast, garlic chicken, baked tilapia, shrimp Chauvin, specialty nosh plates and desserts. Reservations suggested. Kokopelli Winery & Bistro, 35 W. Boston St., Chandler. $27.95; $9.95 for children. 480-792-6927.
Mother's Day Dining 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Choose from either a 5-ounce filet mignon or chicken marsala. Entrees include soup or salad and a choice of side. Reservations recommended. Monti's La Casa Vieja, 100 S. Mill Ave., Tempe. $13.95. 480-967-7594.
Mother's Day Dining noon-6:30 p.m. Choose a starter, entree and dessert. Offerings include quiche Lorraine, Tasmanian salmon and chocolate mousse or key lime pie for dessert. A kids' menu is available. Reservations required. 56 East Bar & Kitchen, 7131 W. Ray Road, Chandler. $40. 480-705-5602.
Mother's Day Dining noon-10 p.m. Offers a preset menu and a Mother's Day quiz. The Fondue Feast four-course menu has lobster options available. The Melting Pot, 3626 E. Ray Road, Phoenix. $41; $17 for children. 480-704-9206.
Mother's Day Dining noon-8 p.m. In addition to the regular menu, options include oven-roasted pork loin, prime rib, seafood Alexander and stuffed prawns. John Henry's, 909 E. Elliot Road, Tempe. $12-$28 for special menu; a la carte pricing applies. 480-730-9009. www.johnhenrysrestaurant.com.
